What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to Macclesfield?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Macclesfield?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent rail station via Birmingham - Jennens Road and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Macclesfield via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Wales to Macclesfield?

The distance between Wales and Macclesfield is 172 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Macclesfield without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Wales to Macclesfield?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Wales to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Macclesfield bus from?

Wales to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Macclesfield train from?

Wales to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Wales to Macclesfield is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Wales to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Wales to Macclesfield bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Wales to Macclesfield train arrive?

Wales to Macclesfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Macclesfield is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Wales to Macclesfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to Macclesfield?

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Wales to Macclesfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 38 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Macclesfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Macclesfieldtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 29m
£87–129
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk076 / ...
5h 41m
£25–43
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Macclesfieldcar 165.8 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Train, line 38 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
4h 35m
£58–98

Wales to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Wales and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Macclesfield via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Macclesfield via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Stoke-on-Trent, bus station, Stoke-on-Trent rail station, and Stoke-on-Trent in around 5h 41m.

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